Downtown Jacksonville skyline and marina boats on the St. Johns River, Florida

Cheap hotels in Jacksonville

Jacksonville is the largest city by area in the continental US, spread along the St. Johns River with miles of Atlantic beaches. Picking the right area matters, since distances are long.

Finding cheap rooms in Jacksonville is easier when you know where to look. We compare live hotel rates across the top booking sites and point you to the neighborhoods where hotels are cheap but the location is still great.

JAXPORT’s cruise terminal in north Jacksonville, not far from the airport, offers short cruises to the Bahamas and the Caribbean.

Where to find cheap rooms in Jacksonville

Downtown & Southbank

Riverfront hotels near the stadium, arena and Riverwalk.

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Riverside & Avondale

Historic neighborhoods with cafés, shops and the Five Points area.

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Jacksonville Beach

Oceanfront hotels near the pier, with Neptune Beach and Atlantic Beach just north.

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Southside & St. Johns Town Center

Many good-value chain hotels near shopping and I-295.

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Near JAX Airport

Convenient for early flights and the cruise terminal.

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Map of cheap hotels in Jacksonville

Zoom and pan the map to compare hotel prices by neighborhood; rates come live from the booking sites.

When to book a cheap hotel in Jacksonville

October–May is warm and comfortable; summer is hot with afternoon storms.

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Frequently asked questions

Where should I stay in Jacksonville before a cruise?

Airport-area hotels are closest to the JAXPORT cruise terminal in north Jacksonville.

Where should I stay for the beach?

Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach and Atlantic Beach have the oceanfront hotels.

When are Jacksonville hotels most expensive?

Big events, such as the annual Florida–Georgia football game and the Players Championship golf tournament, fill hotels quickly.